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How-to: Pass Campaign and Donation Page Fees on to Donors

Customize how Campaign and Donation Page fees are covered when you opt for Flex pricing. If you’re using RallyUp to...

Understand: Instant Fundraiser Templates

Use templates to quickly and easily create a fundraising Campaign.

How-to: Add Images to Your Fundraiser

Learn the benefits of adding images to your Campaign and find out how to add them to different areas.

Understand: When to Use Flex Pricing

Select Flex pricing instead of Free pricing under certain circumstances.

How-to: See If Your Funds Have Been Sent Yet (Donor Advised Funds)

Check the status of your funds after your campaign has ended.

Understand: Strategies for Promoting Your Fundraiser

Learn tips and best practices for sharing and promoting your Campaign to reach more donors.

How-to: Add Your Brand to Donor Emails

Add your brand to the emails you send to donors and send emails from your own domain (coming soon!).

Understand: Campaign Pre-Registration

Allow donors to create an account and save a payment method before your fundraising Activities begin.

How-to: Run a Pledge Campaign but Take Only One-Time Donations

Discover the differences between an A-Thon and Peer-to-Peer Crowdfunding.

How-to: Update Your Campaign After Publishing

Learn which settings can and can't be changed once you've published your Campaign.

Understand: RallyUp Fundraising Components

Learn about the fundraising Activities that RallyUp offers and choose the one(s) that best suit your needs.

How-to: Set Up Direct Funds

Quickly receive the funds you raise by setting up a Stripe or PayPal account.

Understand: PayPal vs. Stripe

Compare PayPal and Stripe side-by-side and choose how to receive the money you raise.

How-to: Preview Your Campaigns in Draft Mode

Test drive your Campaign Pages before you go live.

Understand: Accepted Payment Methods

Discover which payment methods your donors can use.

How-to: Customize Your Branding Colors

Change the colors that display on your fundraising pages to match your organization's brand.

Understand: Branding Your Account

Update the look and feel of your RallyUp fundraising pages to match your organization's brand.

Understand: Who Can Use RallyUp to Fundraise

Learn what causes you can fundraise for on RallyUp.

Understand: Direct Funds vs. Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)

Learn about the differences between RallyUp's funding options.

Understand: Debit and Credit Card Processing Fees

Learn how payment processing fees are calculated and deducted from the funds you raise.

Understand: Email Marketing Automation

Automate your email marketing campaigns using RallyUp Email Marketing (powered by ActiveCampaign) or a platform you already use.

Understand: Campaign Customization Options

Create a unique fundraiser with customization and branding options that anyone can use.

Understand: Advocate Fundraising for Non-US and Non-501(c) Charity Organizations

Fundraise for international and non-501(c) organizations even if you're not directly affiliated with them.

How-to: Create a Fundraising Campaign

Easily create and launch fundraisers that catch the eyes of prospective donors.

How-to: Sort Campaign Items into Categories

Help donors find what they want by sorting prizes, tickets, and other items into categories.

How-to: Mark Check Donations as Received

Keep track of which check payments have and haven't been received.

Understand: Organization Users vs. Campaign Administrators

Collaborate with staff, employees, friends, or others by adding them as Account Users or Campaign Admins.

How-to: Get Started by Creating an Account and Registering Your Organization

Create and personalize your organization's RallyUp account before setting up your first fundraiser.

Understand: Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)

Simplify the fundraising process by allowing a Donor Advised Fund to collect and distribute funds on your behalf.

Understand: How RallyUp Fees Appear in Your Stripe or PayPal Dashboard

Learn how Stripe and PayPal display RallyUp fees in your payment records.

How-to: Add Your Organization Description

Display a description of your organization on your Campaign Pages.

How-to: Customize the Font for Your Fundraising Pages

Change the font on your fundraising pages to match your organization's brand.

How-to: Customize the Header for Your Fundraising Pages

Customize your Campaign Page header to match your organization's brand.

How-to: Format Campaign Banner Images

Ensure your banner images are high quality to increase your fundraiser's appeal.

Understand: RallyUp Pricing Options

Learn more about the differences between RallyUp's pricing options.

How-to: Add Offline Donations

Add offline card or check donations to your Campaign or Donation Page records.

How-to: Customize the Favicon for Your Fundraising Pages

Change the image in your fundraising page tabs to match your organization's brand.

Understand: Accepting Payments with Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal

Learn how Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal speed up the donation process.

How-to: Update Your Funding Method

Change your funding method even if your Campaign has already started.

How-to: Allow Supporters to Fundraise for Your Non-US Organization

Permit a supporter to run a fundraiser for your organization while still ensuring you have complete oversight.

How-to: Set a Default Time Zone

Set your organization's default time zone in your Profile settings.

How-to: View and Manage Your Fundraisers

Manage all of your RallyUp fundraisers from one centralized location.

How-to: Allow Donors to Pay by Check

Allow donors to pay for donations and purchases by check.

Understand: Why Your Stripe or PayPal Account Status Is “Pending”

Troubleshoot your payment processing account so you can start accepting donations.

How-to: Limit Eligible Donors to Certain Geographic Areas

Learn how to target donors from specific geographic areas to maximize the impact of your fundraising efforts.

Understand: How Long It Takes to Receive Funds

Find out how long it takes to receive the funds you raise.

How-to: Set Your Primary Currency

Choose the default currency for donations.

Understand: Using Stripe to Collect Funds

Learn everything you need to know about using Stripe to process payments and collect funds.

Understand: Support for International Currencies

Run a fundraiser on RallyUp in your country's currency and accept payments in other currencies.

How-to: Update Your Credit Card Processing Rate

Update your RallyUp account to match your organization's nonprofit discount from Stripe or PayPal.

How-to: Customize Your Subdomain or Domain

Customize the domain used in links to your fundraising pages to match your organization's brand.

Understand: Types of Charity Organizations

Learn which organization option to select when you're creating your RallyUp account.

Understand: How RallyUp Keeps Your Data Secure

Learn about the security measures RallyUp has in place to safeguard payment information and personal data.

Insights: Add Storytelling Elements to Your Campaign Description

Inspire your donors to give generously by helping them emotionally connect with your cause.